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Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
123
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Chemistry Cold
Chicago BullsBulls
124
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Orlando MagicMagic 32 25 36 30 123
Chicago BullsBulls 28 30 34 32 124

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Bulls survived the Magic 124-123. Bulls controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Bulls answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Bulls' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Magic looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Magic · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Magic · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.